What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior NDI Engineer / Ultrasonic Specialist position at University of Dayton Research Institute?
Position Summary
The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior NDI Engineer / Ultrasonic Specialist to join our dynamic Structural Materials division. This full-time position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects in the field of non-destructive inspection (NDI) and ultrasonic testing. UDRI is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving government, industry and nonprofit customers. This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, vacation and sick accrual, paid holidays, as well as tuition assistance for yourself and dependent. Join the UDRI team and apply now!
This person will work with the NDI team lead in support of evaluating, performing, integrating and advancing NDI methods for aerospace applications. Inspection of aircraft structures, engines, and support components for damage due to in-service or manufacturing induced flaws will be performed on metallic and composite materials. Inspections will be performed in accordance with existing standards or to qualify new processes meeting those standards. Duties include day to day investigations on parts and components and data processing and evaluation. Operation and maintenance of tomography, ultrasonic, and shearography equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior NDI Engineer / Ultrasonic Specialist to join our dynamic Structural Materials division. This full-time position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects in the field of non-destructive inspection (NDI) and ultrasonic testing. UDRI is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving government, industry and nonprofit customers. This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, vacation and sick accrual, paid holidays, as well as tuition assistance for yourself and dependent. Join the UDRI team and apply now!
This person will work with the NDI team lead in support of evaluating, performing, integrating and advancing NDI methods for aerospace applications. Inspection of aircraft structures, engines, and support components for damage due to in-service or manufacturing induced flaws will be performed on metallic and composite materials. Inspections will be performed in accordance with existing standards or to qualify new processes meeting those standards. Duties include day to day investigations on parts and components and data processing and evaluation. Operation and maintenance of tomography, ultrasonic, and shearography equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR 8 years of experience in NDE methodologies.
- Proficient in Eddy Current, Ultrasound, Radiography, tomography, liquid penetrants.
- Experience with Microsoft word, Power Point, Excel.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Leadership Skills.
- ASNT/NAS410 Level 2 in Eddy Current.
- Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen.
- The ability to obtain secret or higher clearance is a requirement of this position.
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
- Hands-on experience with DoD equipment.
- ASNT/NAS410 Level 3 Ultrasonics.
- ASNT/NAS410 Level 3 or greater Radiography Certificate.
- Secret Clearance.
- Experience with mentoring and training junior level associates.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.
